What We Do
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Our Mission
To support people and communities to take action for themselves to achieve positive change.
Consultancy Services
RCAN now offer a professional Consultancy Service, undertaking research and consultation in an inclusive and transparent way, vital to credibility and acceptance. Whether a Parish Council, Local Authority, a public sector agency, private company or community group, you may have a requirement to gather and present views of local communities about particular issues or needs. We […]
The Supporting Communities Team
The team work in partnership with colleagues at district and borough councils, Notts County Council and other public and voluntary bodies. This enables the development of sustainable services, facilities and amenities for the benefit of rural residents and businesses. This year our Rural Officers have: Helped 65 community groups across Nottinghamshire to receive £320,000 through […]
G R T
RCAN continue to fund the provision of a Drop In advice and advocacy service for Gypsies and Travellers living across Nottinghamshire. We have experienced staff with an understanding of the culture and a wealth of knowledge in supporting and engaging this minority group. The service is both user friendly and solution focused; the mutual aim […]
Bulk Oil Scheme
Olive now run the Nottinghamshire oil buying scheme. If you would like to find out how you can benefit from Olive’s online buying scheme, you can contact them in the following ways: Telephone 01629 706456 or Email info@esmartmetrics.com you can visit their website at www.myolive.co.uk Please mention RCAN when contacting them. Olive operate an online […]
Our Values
Integrity
We will work at all times in the best interest of rural communities; we will challenge inequality and welcome diversity; we will value the unique contribution of staff, trustees, volunteers, communities and other stakeholders; we will develop and promote community leadership and empowerment.
Accountability
We will work in a way, which is open and transparent, we will ensure sustainability in everything we do, we will actively recognise and promote success at all levels.
Collaboration
We will seek to work in partnership and recognise the benefit of collaborative relationships, we will work with all key stakeholders to identify rural needs in Nottinghamshire and we will raise the rural voice.
Social Innovation
We will provide leadership, guidance and facilitate change, we will develop and promote community leadership and empowerment, we will develop services which address gaps in provision and which build community resilience, and we will encourage enterprise and innovation.
Get in Touch
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